Walking and the Fitbit

Yes, the Fitbit craze has arrived at Alter Asset Management! So far we have a handful of employees who have embraced this technology. The Fitbit is no longer just a step counter. Depending on the product level purchased it can now track sleeping patterns and so much more. Even employees who haven’t purchased a step tracker can be found around the water cooler, so to speak, in discussion to organize a walk around the mall. According to the American Heart Association: Research has shown that the benefits of walking and moderate physical activity for at least 30 minutes a day can help you:

Reduce the risk of coronary heart disease

Improve blood pressure and blood sugar levels

Improve blood lipid profile

Maintain body weight and lower the risk of obesity

Enhance mental well being

Reduce the risk of osteoporosis

Reduce the risk of breast and colon cancer

Reduce the risk of non-insulin dependent (type 2) diabetes

So get up from the office chair and walk those extra steps…even if it’s just taking the long way around to the water cooler!